Since 1947 The Pongaroa Hotel is a home for guests and travelers searching for calm, countryside ambiance. Located on route 52 in Tararua County, the hotel serves tasty food and fine wine with friendly hospitality. The venue is situated right in the middle of Tararua town in a historic 1911 BNZ building.

Thanks to its position, the establishment retains character from the past. It is also a location where family, friends, couples and the entire community can congregate for social activities and functions. Always buzzing with what has been going on in the district, the hotel is ideal for dining and relaxation purposes.

Menu, Events, Pokies @ Pongaroa Hotel 

Here, guests can enjoy a variety of delicious foods. Upon stepping into the dining section of the establishment, you can choose between the eat-in menu, the take-away menu and the Blackboard Specials. Guests can choose from hearty main meals, light dishes, pizzas, salads, tasty big burgers, desserts and kids’ dishes. You can also pick a drink of your choice to compliment your meal. The staff is ready to serve you in the bar, the dining room or in the nice deck area.

Should you decide to take your beverage at the bar section, you can make payment for it using the EFTPOS or major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard, Bankcard and regular cash. In addition to that, all the dishes served in this hotel can be served as take-away also.

Menu sample

Special services

On Tuesday, there are specials on big pints at the Pongaroa Hotel. Specials are also served on Wednesday where guests can wet their whistles with the Quart Bottle from 6.00pm to 8.00pm. Furthermore, the entries for pool and dart games are accepted on Wednesday by 6.30pm. Friday is a happy day for refreshments seeing as jug & cockies specials are served. In addition to that, the Joker is drawn on Saturday at 7.00pm.

The hotel provides these specials so as to keep visitors and regulars entertained at all times. Guests can visit the hotel on public holidays except on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Should you have a little too much of a good time, there is a courtesy coach available for you.

The pokies excitement

The Pongaroa Hotel has seven or so of New Zealands most played pokies games available for slot punters.

Conclusion

With a country feel from the décor, the music and the flavorful food, the Pongaroa Hotel is a haven for those who prefer serene, sumptuous dining or some pokies gaming excitement. The venue welcomes one and all. Furthermore, the hours are extensive for your satisfaction.

Opening hours

The Pongaroa Hotel is divided into two sections. These are the main hotel area and the Kitchen. The main hotel area is open from 11.00am to 11.00pm on Tuesday to Wednesday. On Thursday to Saturday, it is open from 11.00am to 12.00am. On Sunday, this section closes a little earlier at 10.00pm.

The Kitchen covers all culinary activities. This section serves lunch from 12 noon to 2.00pm from Tuesday to Friday. Guests can have dinner here from 6.00pm to 9.00pm on these days. Dinner is served earlier on Friday from 5.30pm to 9.00pm. On weekends, the Kitchen is open from 12 noon to 9.00pm. Management has established these extensive hours so as to allow as many guests as possible to enjoy the dishes provided here. In this way, your experience is enhanced and satisfaction guaranteed.

Contacts

Phone 06 376 2864

Website www.pongaroahotel.co.nz/

Map and address

Pongaroa Hotel
Rte 52, Pongaroa 4990, New Zealand

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